About Abdul Latif
Lived 1927 – 2005 (aged 77–78). Abdul Latif was a Bangladeshi, Indian and Pakistani singer.
Abdul Latif (1927 – 26 February 2005) was a Bangladeshi singer, musician, and lyricist. He was the initial composer of the Bengali language movement song, "Amaar Bhaiyer Rakte Rangano Ekushey February". He was awarded Ekushey Padak in 1997 and Independence Day Award in 2002 by the Government of Bangladesh.
Early life Latif was born at Raipasha village in Barisal Sadar. After matriculating from Ruphshahya High School, he went to Kolkata for higher education. He started singing for the Congress Literature Group from the age of 16.
Career He moved to Dhaka in July 1948 and joined Radio Pakistan as a staff artiste.
Awards Ekushey Padak (1997) Independence Day Award (2002)
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Abdul Latif?
Bangladeshi singer (1927-2005)
When was Abdul Latif born?
Abdul Latif was born in 1927 in Barisal District, Bengal, British India.
When did Abdul Latif die?
Abdul Latif died on 27 February 2005 in Dhaka.
What was Abdul Latif's occupation?
Abdul Latif was a singer.
What nationality was Abdul Latif?
Abdul Latif was Bangladeshi, Indian and Pakistani.
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· DBpedia: Abdul Latif (musician)
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